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Historic Downtown Vicksburg

Whether you are looking for great restaurants, special events, shopping experiences, business opportunities, holiday fun, history, entertainment, a place to worship, or a place to live, you'll find it here. Downtown Vicksburg offers a rich combination of assets: distinctive historic architecture, unique living spaces, a pedestrian/pet-friendly environment, personal service, local ownership, and community pride. Join us in downtown Vicksburg where...Everything is waiting for you!

Live Downtown

Experience the best of downtown living. Beautiful lofts and apartments are available for rent in the heart of historic downtown Vicksburg, MS. Whether you're looking to rent or buy, we think you'll find exactly what you need in downtown Vicksburg. Read more...

Work Downtown

Whether you are looking to relocate your business or you are already working in the Central Business District, Downtown Vicksburg is the center of the region for commerce. Read more...

Play Downtown

Other cities should be jealous. Downtown Vickbsurg's natural setting is a gorgeous backdrop for a vibrant array of events and festivals, lively nightlife, and tourist attractions, supported by a vibrant cultural and performing arts community. Read more...

Shop Downtown

Known for our antique shops and art galleries, Downtown Vicksburg also features an eclectic array of specialty stores including clothes, jewelry, floral, gifts items and home goods and accessories. Downtown shops offer specialized goods in diverse areas. Read more...

The 2016 Downtown Christmas Parade of Lights will take place on Saturday, December 3, 2016. The parade will begin at 5:00 p.m. The theme of the parade is "Christmas Trees & Memories" All area clubs, churches, organizations, schools, drill teams, and businesses are encouraged to take place in this community family-oriented parade. Applications are due in by November 23rd! Parade rules, regulations, and applications can be downloaded from the Main Street websitehereor contact the Main Street Program at 601-634-4527.

kim hopkins: vicksburg’s vibrant voice

by sandra massey buckley | photo by nikki mckenzie

With deep roots in arts, culture, and history, Vicksburg is a thriving community situated on the Mississippi River boasting vibrant experiences for residents and visitors— from fine dining, specialty shopping, and year-round festivals and events to beautiful historic homes, museums, and art galleries.

“Vicksburg is not the kind of town you can visit without feeling the historic energy,” says Kim Hopkins, executive director of the Vicksburg Main Street Program.